FAILURE

An act that fails

Example: "His failure to pass the test"

An event that does not accomplish its intended purpose

Example: "The surprise party was a complete failure"

Lack of success

Example: "He felt that his entire life had been a failure"

A person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently

An unexpected omission

Example: "He resented my failure to return his call"

Inability to discharge all your debts as they come due

Example: "The company had to declare bankruptcy"

Loss of ability to function normally

Example: "Kidney failure"